One World Market

In our commitment to “do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with our God,” we have established an on-going One World Market in our church. Week days at the church office (Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m to 12:30 pm) and Sunday mornings, the following items are available for purchase:

        ZATOUN PRODUCTS - Zatoun is the Arabic word for Olive

        We now carry 

        Olive oil in 500 ml bottle for $20 

                          and 750 ml bottle for $25.

When purchasing Zatoun products you are supporting farmers in Palestine & Peace in the Holy Land.

Palestinian Embroidery

in 2011, a group from High River United Church toured Egypt and the Holy Land. While visiting Palestine, they were introduced to the Arab Christian Women’s Cooperative, where the women make wonderful embroidered items to support their families, since their husbands are no longer allowed into Israel to work, and little work is available for the men in Palestine. The decision was made to import their handwork, providing another market for the women.

These are beautiful items, with multi-colour embroidery on black or white backgrounds. We have eye glass cases, bookmarks, scarves, purses, table runners and more, ranging in price from $10 to $65.

Locally Made Items

Handmade items of all sorts – proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers project. http://www.stephenlewisfoundation.org/get-involved/grandmothers-campaign

Handmade items include:

         Baby Slippers – crocheted, knitted and sewn. Have a look at our “cowboy boots.”

         Dishcloths & Teatowels – in a variety of colours

         Hats, mitts and scarves.

and many other items that appear from our creative congregational members.

Christmas Market

In December, often in conjunction with the Santa Claus parade, we hold our annual Gifts of Hope Christmas Market. The sale of gently-used decorations and jewelry, crafts, baking, One World Market items and more have enabled us to send thousands of dollars annually to social justice organizations around the world. Watch for our next Christmas Market the first weekend of December.

One World Market

In our commitment to “do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with our God,” we have established an on-going One World Market in our church. Week days at the church office (Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m to 12:30 pm) and Sunday mornings, the following items are available for purchase:

        

        ZATOUN PRODUCTS - Zatoun is the Arabic word for Olive

        We now carry 

        Olive oil in 500 ml bottle for $20 

                          and 750 ml bottle for $25.

When purchasing Zatoun products you are supporting farmers in Palestine & Peace in the Holy Land.

 

  

Palestinian Embroidery

in 2011, a group from High River United Church toured Egypt and the Holy Land. While visiting Palestine, they were introduced to the Arab Christian Women’s Cooperative, where the women make wonderful embroidered items to support their families, since their husbands are no longer allowed into Israel to work, and little work is available for the men in Palestine. The decision was made to import their handwork, providing another market for the women.

 

These are beautiful items, with multi-colour embroidery on black or white backgrounds. We have eye glass cases, bookmarks, scarves, purses, table runners and more, ranging in price from $10 to $65.

 

Locally Made Items

Handmade items of all sorts – proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers project. http://www.stephenlewisfoundation.org/get-involved/grandmothers-campaign

 

Handmade items include:

         Baby Slippers – crocheted, knitted and sewn. Have a look at our “cowboy boots.”

         Dishcloths & Teatowels – in a variety of colours

         Hats, mitts and scarves.

and many other items that appear from our creative congregational members.

 

Christmas Market

In December, often in conjunction with the Santa Claus parade, we hold our annual Gifts of Hope Christmas Market. The sale of gently-used decorations and jewelry, crafts, baking, One World Market items and more have enabled us to send thousands of dollars annually to social justice organizations around the world. Watch for our next Christmas Market the first weekend of December.

 

Church Events

Simple Suppers

These have not yet resumed due to the pandemic.

Simple Suppers are an opportunity for singles, couples and families to join in sharing in fellowship and hospitality around a warm meal. There is no charge for the meal (although there is opportunity to make a free-will donation). The meal is provided so that people can gather around the table for conversation and connection. All ages are welcome. We also welcome those who would like to participate in helping make the meal in the church kitchen.

 

Simple Suppers are scheduled for the third Wednesday every month of the year (except December, when it is moved to the 2nd Wednesday).   This invitation is open to anyone from within our church community and/or the greater community.  

Time  Doors open at 5:00 pm and Supper is served from 5:30 – 6:00 pm.

 

Soup & Bun Sundays

These have not yet resumed due to the pandemic.

On the first Sunday (usually) of the month, we gather as a church family around a meal of home-made soup, buns and squares/cookies. It is an opportunity to share conversation, make new friends and enjoy a delicious bowl of soup before heading home. Different teams within the church host each month’s Soup & Bun. Join us for a bowl of soup and conversation.

 

Garage Sales

Each spring, we hold a garage sale as part of our commitment to caring for the earth by re-using gently used household items, books and toys. We welcome community donations and help. Watch our announcements for upcoming garage sales.

 

Workshops

Healing Energy Work, Women’s Retreats, Preparing for Christmas, Baking, Art Therapy….

these are just some of the types of workshops that we hold on a regular basis in our church facility.

 

Watch our announcements for workshops that we are hosting or go to our “Renting our Facility” page to find out about booking our facility to host your own workshop.

 

 

Community Events

Santa Parade – December

Join us at the church at 5 pm on the first Friday in December for hot chocolate, visiting, Christmas market, listening to the Highwood Bell Ringers, and other music before and after the town’s annual Santa Claus parade whose route goes right past the church.

 

Little Britches Parade-May

On Victoria Day Saturday, the parade passes right by our church. So lasso your lawn chairs & cowboy hats and head down to watch the Little Britches Parade in front of the church. Church washrooms are available.

 

High River & District Lion’s Music Festival

Each spring, the High River & District Lion’s Music Festival is held in our facility for two to three weeks. Young musicians have the opportunity to perform and receive adjudication in a variety of instrumental and voice categories. The Yamaha C7 piano in our sanctuary is a joint purchase by the High River Lion’s and the church, with one of the goals being for young musicians to be experience playing on a great instrument. For more information, see www.highrivermusicfestival.com